How To Find Work in Hungary

In seeking for work in Hungary and if you want your work application to be taken seriously you have to consider all national differences.

Before you start packing your bags and kissing your mom or sweetheart goodbye, realize this - looking for work in Hungary, involves more than just the obvious Hungary cover letter and Hungary CV writing and translation, it requires in depth preparation.

You have to show that you are flexible, culturally sensitive, able to adapt to new circumstances and cultures, and that you possess some determination and motivation (for the job, not the location!).

Applying for work in Hungary has changed dramatically over the past few years, thanks to online recruitment databases and opportunities to email work search applications.

A foreign individual (i.e., one who is not a Hungarian permanent resident or citizen), who intends to work in Hungary is typically required to possess a work permit or other authorization to legally do so.

Most visits to Hungary are trouble-free but you should be aware of the risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks, which could be against Western interests and civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners like restaurants, hotels, clubs and shopping areas. In recent years, the Hungarian authorities have carried out a number of investigations and operations against terrorist networks.You should exercise a high level of security awareness and monitor local news broadcasts and consular messages. Ensure that your travel documents and visas are current and valid and secured in a safe place. Carry a photocopy of your travel documents in lieu of the originals. Maintain a low profile, vary times and routes of travel, and exercise caution while driving. Making local contacts quickly and seeking support from other expatriates will greatly increase your comfort and safety.

When applying for work in Hungary, you may use either Hungarian or other foreign language, depending on the company and your fluency. There are many positions in Hungary that require professionals who are fluent in English and who can speak Hungarian at the business conversation level. Although Hungarian language is not essential, a sound working knowledge of the language is considered necessary to cope with daily office life and life outside work.

Many people believe that having studied the Hungarian language at school or college means you are able to speak that language – but do not be mistaken. Having to convince your boss in a language that is not your native tongue could prove a lot more difficult than you might expect. So, sign-up for Hungarian classes as it will give you an obvious advantage when applying for work in Hungary.

The Internet is now the best place to access employment information. However, it is always best to use as many different work search sources as possible to find open positions.

While job advertisements appear in the national and local press, some Hungarian jobs are not advertised at all. In fact more than half of all jobs are not advertised at all and are filled through referrals or networking. We refer to this as the "hidden job market" and it is a very important aspect in the work search process in Hungary.

With work in Hungary, quite often, it is not what you know but whom you know

A common way to find work in Hungary is through personal recommendations of friends, relatives and colleagues. This type of interpersonal recommendation is generally difficult for expatriates to access, but they can get around it by joining one of many networking groups upon their arrival in the country.

Remember, that after the days of communism, Hungary is establishing their own national recruitment habits. Recruiters shift from the selection based on academic criteria to skills and qualities.

Sending a speculative application to the Hungarian company in which you would like to work is a reasonably successful strategy in Hungary.

Search for work in Hungary using the most powerful job search engine on the Internet!

To find work in Hungary, simply type keywords into the mit/what box describing the kind of job you want, and enter a town, city or state in the hol/where box. Then click the Kereses/Find button or hit the Enter key on your keyboard.

Careerjet searches for work in Hungary on all of the major job boards, newspaper sites, niche industry sites and corporate job sites. Those include:

Most recruiters expect to receive a cover letter together with your resume or CV. So, prepare a cover letter convincing the reader why you are the best candidate for the interview. If you have a difficulty with your cover letter writing use one of these:

In recent years it become increasingly popular to join the LinkedIn or Facebook social networking websites for professionals, where you may search for jobs and have your keyword-optimized, rich content profile with current CV/resume. Hiring managers use them more frequently to consult your profile and supplement or check against the CV/resume you send along. If you do not have an account, create one and include your social media link(s) on your CV/resume.However, you should manage your online presence. Eliminate any photos and statements that could reflect poorly on you. From an employer’s point of view, someone who emphasizes partying on a social networking site is not focused on jobs and those who post complaints about work or colleagues are less desirable candidates. Online CV/resume should not include sensitive information as they could show lack of respect for confidentiality and discretion.